SHE'S AMAZING!| FIRST TIME HEARING Juice Newton - Queen Of Hearts REACTION

[@Shrykespeare]

I absolutely loved this song as a kid when it came out in 1981. It was her immediate follow-up to "Angel of the Morning", which you reacted to previously. Next up should be "The Sweetest Thing (I've Ever Known)", "Love's Been a Little Bit Hard on Me", and her stirring rendition of a Brenda Lee song, "Break It To Me Gently". And if you're wondering - her birth name is Judith Kay Newton, she was born in Lakehurst, NJ, she just turned 70 this past February, and yes, she's still going!

[@sheilameyers152]

By far loved “Angel of the Morning” by Juice nothing can beat that song!

[@momD612]

All these. Please. She was wonderful! 🥰

[@BillGraper]

This version of "The Sweetest Thing (I've Ever Known)": kzbin.info/www/bejne/nXXPpqWLrambepY There's a bad version with a weird sounding violin instead of the amazing oboe. I'm trying to steer them to the correct version. Also, no live versions. 🙂

[@dizzidave44]

@@BillGraper Her most beautiful song.

[@DavidMichaelCommer]

That's funny...I hated this song as a kid. I was born in 1978, and I remember loathing the chorus of this song from before I was in kindergarten. This and "If I Had a Hammer." It's probably because my mom used to play certain songs on repeat endlessly for months without ever tiring of them. But yeah, this song's chorus is very unpleasant to me.

[@kpowers]

Other great Juice Newton songs are "Love's Been A Little Bit Hard On Me" "The Sweetest Thing I've Ever Known" and "Break It To Me Gently". Also, I liked her version of Bonnie Tyler's "It's A Heartache" as well

[@joannecunliffe8067]

If we've talking Bonnie Tyler, my favourite song of hers (by far) is "Lost in France" (kzbin.info/www/bejne/nXyQhImIbZuHnrs). I was only 9 when I heard it but was captivated. It was before she suffered vocal chord damage - not that it stopped her career. She made the best use of her 'new' husky voice 🙂 Her other songs are amazing as well. I'd never heard of Juice Newton before (but I am in the UK) but obviously I'll check out more of her music.

[@george217]

"Love's been a little bit hard on me " they need to watch the video...

[@eclconsulting]

Yes, Break it to Me Gently!

[@cassandracampbell3424]

@@george217 Yes! Love Juice's playful side!

[@kpowers]

@@george217 That's a cute/fun video. I know Jay & Amber would enjoy it.

[@neilkapelka2557]

Juice Newton was one of my mom’s favorites. I can’t hear Juice without thinking about her. Miss you Mom.

[@Shrykespeare]

❤

[@gerardcote8391]

I got to see her in concert opening for Alabama back in the 1980s.

[@karendavis2668]

Thanks for sharing your memory 💖🦋

[@retired4365]

That's an awesome memory. ❤

[@DW-vd9mp]

Oh wow same with my mom!

[@ronnix23]

Another Juice Newton song along the same lines as this one is "Love's Been A Little Bit Hard On Me." You really get to see her fun side and personality in the video.

[@descendantoffools9767]

Great song!

[@ajboit3032]

Agree!

[@jeffeckhard460]

Another catchy up-tempo Juice Newton song would be "Love's Been a Little Bit Hard on Me," with a fun video.

[@carolyncappitelli1460]

That video is hysterical! No matter how many times I've seen it, I still laugh. 🤣

[@DougRayPhillips]

I second this.

[@jeanstrickland2445]

I say yes to that too 🙋🏻‍♀️

[@lordwilliamstrickler179]

I add my recommendation to the others .

[@johnv61]

Gotta try “Enya” on your female Friday sometime. You’ll love her very unique voice! “Orinoco Flow” would be the song

[@jacksonmorganfroghin4815]

Caribbean Blue by Enya is like angels singing for real. You will float along on a cloud of bliss for three minutes plus.

[@quincee3376]

Great choice!

[@martinmosteller5813]

Also “Only Time” - my personal fave!

[@cartercarter645]

Yes Orinoco Flow is a hidden jewel. So original and peaceful. Your brain will really like the layers

[@JCWiley2300]

I cant stand Enya. Music for people with no bloodflow to the genitals.

[@elizabethfranco1284]

Always thought she had a good voice . She was successful on both the country and pop charts

[@palmirasanchez]

We loved her in the 80s

[@dustyhead3126]

"Jose Cuervo" by Shelly West would be a good sing. Fun 80s country and her voice is distinct. You'll definitely be rocking to this one.

[@hollyclow2136]

My go to karaoke song lol

[@dustyhead3126]

@@Dave-hb7lx love song. hate tequila never ends well

[@janicetrimmell6897]

You are a friend of mine.

[@bettypogue7021]

I love Juice Newton. I would love to see y'all react to Jim Croce Time in a Bottle . Its a song he wrote for his son before his accident. It is beautiful. The sweetest thing was a great Juice Newton song

[@tk72231968]

She has a good sense of humor, and it's also a big part of her "Love's Been a Little Bit Hard on Me" music video too....I prefer Hard/Heavy Rock..but Juice Newton is a country singer I have in my collection 👍👍

[@chrisdutton2975]

They've gotta do that video!

[@Iggyzgirl]

Growing up as a kid in the 80s. I couldn't get enough of this song. I LOVE QUEEN OF HEARTS.

[@fazct]

My favorite Juice Newton song...I could listen to it over and over again. This used to play all the time on the jukebox during my Saturday morning bowling league.

[@TheFairyintheFishBowl]

Me too!!! ❤️

[@barbaracollins385]

I met her in the early 80's. She was sitting on the steps of her tour bus visiting and signing autographs. Very gracious and speaking to everyone that approached. Never been a great fan of this type of music but her show was quite awesome.

[@liaboyd8464]

Juice was a star of the time, never understood how she gets overlooked in the canon of music history. My mom loved her, so I grew up with her music. Streaming is awesome in so many ways, but I kind of miss the era of records, cassettes, and CDs. We got exposed to whole albums from the past through our families.

[@David-eb6hp]

"The Sweetest Thing" is my favorite Juice Newton, also "Break it to Me Gently"

[@TenheadLife]

Yes!!

[@jeffreykersey4933]

Gotta do some Sheena Easton....she crossed genres and was an amazing talent that never got enough recognition. Also, Expose and some Angelina Jordan...you've done one of Angelina, but she has sooooo many AMAZING covers out...definitely a prodigy and one of the greatest vocalists in years

[@resin3100my]

"The Sweetest Thing" and "Break It To Me Gently".Listen to these songs if you want to hear what she can do.

[@mikeschram553]

This is my favorite song of hers...I haven't read the comments. The Queen of Hearts is Cocaine. That's known, correct? “Laying out another line, thinking about a life of crime”

[@surlechapeau]

Jay & Amber, you'll love her "The Sweetest Thing (I've Ever Known)" and "You Make Me Want To Make You Mine"!! edit- Dave Edmunds first recorded "Queen Of Hearts", a Hank DeVito song.

[@gasby24]

"The Sweetest Thing" is an awesome song. It shows off her vocals.

[@janethernandez724]

There's a song I haven't heard in years since high school! I loved playing this over and over again! I am so very glad you enjoyed this one of Juice Newton! Enjoyed your reaction! ☮💕👍👏

[@juliecomer9468]

Love Juice! I sing this song a lot at karaoke. Fun song! If you like her, you should give a listen to her song, Break It To Me Gently. It will SLAY you!! My favorite of hers!

[@janicetrimmell6897]

There was a time when people kept a case or two of blank Maxell tapes, and recorded favorite albums to play in the car. "Juice" was one of those albums. The tape is long gone, but the LP is still sitting on my shelf downstairs. In 1981 I had a new job with a really long commute to work and "Juice" was one I played over and over. "Queen of Hearts" was quite popular and got tons of radio play. Also, the video was a hit on MTV. I love country rock, and her voice is wonderful. However, as well as this one did as a single, there is even better work on that album. Your next one should be "The Sweetest Thing (I've Ever Know)." Very beautiful exposed country rock flavor, and a chorus to rip your heart out.

[@ed.z.]

A great comment, Janice.

[@geoffreymarston5948]

My favourite female country artist ! I love her live in concert ! Thank you ! More of her PLEASE !!!!!

[@resurrectionwaiting9294]

Her voice and that Buddy Holly beat is a great combination.

[@jhonyermo]

Good point !

[@Ronnysan50]

Was certainly a tribute to the Buddy Holly sound, including the chord style guitar solo.

[@heidichristensen7919]

Reminds me of the Traveling Wilbury’s End of the Line. Never noticed it until watching this video!

[@garyvandecar2580]

Juice Newton was the queen of early 1980's country music.

[@debbieeckeberger6709]

Please react to her rendition of "Break It To Me Gently", so beautiful and really showcases her powerful voice!! Love your hair, Amber!!

[@chrismcdonagh688]

Dave Edmunds was the first to record this, he's a great Rock & Roll artist and one of my favorites, but I do prefer Juice Newton's version mostly because I think her voice suits it better. Written by Hank DeVito from Emmylou Harris's backing band.

[@steveheck4348]

It was on Repeat When Necessary which was really Rockpile. Rockpile was a great band. Dave Edmunds, Nick Lowe, Billy Bremner, Terry Williams.

[@chrismcdonagh688]

Correct Steve, that was a great album, I still have my vinyl copy. My favourite track is Sweet Little Lisa with the wonderful Albert Lee on guitar. I went to see Rockpile at Leeds University in 1979 when I was 15, great concert.

[@steveheck4348]

@@chrismcdonagh688 Super! There is a video from the session on KZbin with Albert Lee. Search on KZbin 'Born Fighters' 1979 Documentary Nick Lowe, Dave Edmunds & Rockpile.

[@richeaton7436]

@@steveheck4348 Albert ain't dead. He's in his late 70s. Alvin Lee of Ten Years After died in '13.

[@chrismcdonagh688]

Ah yes I remember watching that when it came out Steve, it's excellent. I remember my mother being disgusting with Nick Lowe's swearing in it lol. I also remember Dave Edmunds reaction when Albert Lee started playing, he really was in awe of him and Dave is no slouch on the guitar himself. Albert is one of these musicians who always seems to turn up where great music is going on.

[@kpowers]

Juice Newton also did a duet with Eddie Rabbitt called "Both To Each Other (Friends And Lovers)". If you haven't done a reaction to Eddie Rabbitt please check him out. Some of his songs you should check out are "I Love A Rainy Night" "Step By Step" and "Drivin' My Life Away". Eddie Rabbit also did a duet with Crystal Gayle (Loretta Lynn's sister) "You And I".

[@jentommyontheroad8089]

Great suggestions!

[@jamesgalimo1007]

"I Love A Rainy Night" by Eddie Rabbit has a kickin' country vibe similar to this. Also from the early 80's like this.

[@tateandemmy]

Juice Newton has such talent with her vocal range. Fan forever.

[@saraturner8657]

Love Juice Newton. Loved this whole album. She's on the fringes of country pop rock and folk. Juice invites you to have fun and join in. She's got a fun sence of humor.❤❤❤❤❤❤❤☺️☺️☺️☺️☺️☺️☺️☺️☺️☺️😎😎😎😎😎😎😎😎😎😎😎😎😎

[@mikec3853]

"Love's Been A Little Bit Hard On Me"! Fun song with great vocals and a hilarious video. Everything you love about this is back and equally great in that song. "Break It To Me Gently" is great too but that might also open the door for Brenda Lee to step through with the original version.

[@RosieM1970]

I loved when this would come on the radio. As a 10 yr old kid, this always had me dancing!

[@steveclarke543]

Written by Hank Divoto and first sang by Dave Edmunds on his album Repeat when Necessary.. released as a simgle in 1979..

[@willdwyer6782]

Both of Juice Newton's recordings you've reacted to were covers. This one was written by steel guitarist Hank DeVito who backed Emmylou Harris for many years. Dave Edmunds was the first to record this song in 1979. Juice's 1980 cover was already certified gold when it peaked at #1 on the Billboard Hot 100.

[@larryshults4360]

I met her at a record shop I worked at in the late '70's in Eugene. Very nice lady.

[@erichstahl3652]

You should really take a listen to Rosanne Cash (Johnny’s daughter). She was hitting it pretty big right about this same time. Seven Year Ache is iconic.

[@CJBW]

I have suggested this artist&song 3 times. C’mon guys. Pls do it🤞🏻

[@teresajarrell452]

Great suggestion! Hopefully they'll get around to it soon! 👍😃👍

[@jerrycote659]

😮 What a pleasant surprise seeing you guys reacting to this song which I’ve always loved. For me personally I think it’s one of the catchiest and infectious songs I’ve ever heard. The selection of instruments and how they’re arranged evokes the imagery of a train chugging down the musical rails with Juice Newton as the conductor of this musical locomotive. With her beautiful voice she can convey a story through song, whether it be a beautiful, romantic ballad “Angel Of The Morning” or this fun and impossible to resist song “Queen Of Hearts”. I loved both of your comments because they were honest and reflective of what makes this song hard to resist. Since you both enjoyed this Juice Newton song I really hope you guys seriously consider reacting to Juice’s song and video for “Love’s Been A Little Bit Hard On Me”. Would love to see and hear what you guys have to say about that song and video 😊

[@mookie7688]

I've always loved this song since I first heard it when I was a kid. One of my favorite pop-country tracks. I'm glad JN is still getting attention and respect.

[@bonniespruin6369]

She's one of my favourites. I had two of her albums and played them so much!! She has so many good songs. Break it to me Gently is my all time favourite of hers.

[@joannecunliffe8067]

I have always been a big fan of Dave Edmunds who recorded this track in 1979 (kzbin.info/www/bejne/p6qVeZeBlrVke7c) - it was a smash hit in the UK. This track wasn't written by him of course but by Hank DiVito. I like this version but I'm biased and prefer the Dave Edmunds version 🙂 Also check out "Girls Talk" (kzbin.info/www/bejne/iWW3q52Ie8umgNU) by Dave Edmunds and "Nick Lowe" "Cruel to be Kind" (kzbin.info/www/bejne/mGHPZISNir2JntGT - Dave Edmunds was the guitarist. Jo x

[@coldwhite4240]

I agree, Dave Edmunds' version is superior - but I may be biased too, as I'm from the UK! 😄 Most Americans don't even know this is a cover, as the Edmunds' original wasn't a hit in the US. I'm not even sure if it was released there.

[@AnimeOtakuDrew]

My mother was a huge fab of Juice Newton when I was a kid, so I heard a lot of her music. This was definitely one of my favorites, but my top favorite of hers, and my recommendation this time, is "Love's Beeb a Little Bit Hard on Me." It's just such a fun song, even more so than this one. I know you guys will love it!

[@hollypinkley7936]

I am 73 & I STILL have a tape of hers!!!!! Easy listening & a great throw back!!!! Thanks!!!!!

[@ElCrab]

This song reminds me so much of riding in the car with my dad, listening to early to mid 80s country. I didn’t even know who did this song, even though I was aware of the existence of an artist named Juice Newton. Always figured she was a pop/ballad singer. But this song still was getting regular airplay when I was a kid in the mid 80s. But this song… always liked it as a kid and like I said, it hits that memory button in my brain.

[@dicedice-yc5vn]

Ya'll know that this song was the closest thing Juice did to rock-a-billy,in fact when this came out in 1981 i remember the DJ's calling this rock-a-billy and it makes sense as this is a nearly verbatim cover of the 1979 original by U.K. retro-rocker & rock-a-billy singer Dave Edmunds. This song was written by Emmylou Harris' pedal steel guitarist from her back-up band The Hot Band Mr. Hank De Vito.

[@Greta-c8v]

Great song

[@screwyootube1]

This is a sweet version. Juice Newton had a string of hits that crossed over to the pop charts in the early 80s. Most of them (if not all?) were covers, or written by outside songwriters, but Juice had a sweet, but commanding voice that took them over! This was a hit for Dave Edmunds in the UK in 1979, but it went mostly unheard here in the U.S. Dave Edmunds is DEFINITELY someone you should react to, if you haven't already! Other songs from Juice include Love's Been a Little Bit Hard on Me, Break it to Me Gently, Tell Her No, The Sweetest Thing (I've Ever Known), Heart of the Night and It's a Heartache.

[@thomasconlee4939]

back in the early 80's there was a place in Downtown Orlando called "Apple Annie's" Juice Newton appeared there and she had a long-forgotten opening act. When she came on with her band, you could tell the difference between the amateur and professional performer. She is excellent...and a real professional.

[@Earcandy73]

I love this song! A huge hit in 1981! I drive through her hometown at least once a week-Lakehurst, New Jersey.

[@jeannieschmidt2217]

Great choice - LOVE Juice and her music. Another underrated female singer from the very early eighties is Charlene Duncan. She has a beautiful song called Can't We Try. Starts out slow - but builds to the most amazing climax. She has the most angelic voice. Amber - I think you'd LOVE her.

[@scottarooni]

My favorite Juice Newton song is "In the Heart of the Night." It's soooo good!!

[@LarryFleetwood8675]

Same here, it's great.

[@joyannwesson]

I love juice Newton. I saw her in concert..🥰 also my mom I listened to her in the car all the time.

[@dicedice-yc5vn]

Juice has a Twang in her voice Not a Yodel.....Don't let Rob talk unless he has the correct words.

[@brettvonhenneberg-romhild3535]

You two are.. I don't even know. But I love it.

[@talon5538]

Taking me way back to 5th grade when this song and music videos were new. This is her best and most upbeat song.

[@shirleycollins6241]

A few female Friday reactions- Gladys Knight & The Pips - To Be Invisible, Carole king - Its Too Late , Chaka Khan - papillon, Diana Ross - Good Morning Heartache.

[@jorgejimenez-velez648]

Lovely Lady , great singer totally underrated. Glad you're playing her tunes.

[@ericsmith6615]

Wife here...Loved Juice Newton as a very small child..!!!...She was one of the first Female musicians to cross over both Rock and Country charts!!!...That was a huge accomplishment at that time!

[@trishafaulk2067]

I loved this song as a little girl.

[@emanuellawton7942]

Juice Newton's "Love's Been a Lttle bit Hard on me" is a very good song as well. You should check iit out as well.

[@brianunroe2488]

Saw her at my county fair. Fell in love with her Iwas 6 years old

[@jackiesconiers4230]

Great pick! Forgot about this one. Thanks for making me smile!

[@rmac8008]

Written by Hank Devito From Emmylou Harris’s band First recorded by Dave Edmunds Check him out

[@joanplavier486]

Dave Edmunds rocks!

[@ChrisW-17]

Now that you mention this, I can almost hear Emmylou singing this song.

[@spiderdog7599]

You want a new artist for Female Friday......I suggest Gogi Grant from the 1950s "The Wayward Wind" it's a good story song.

[@kevinferrin5695]

I always loved her singing and her songs. I hadn't seen the videos. She is so cute (personality, she was always beautiful) and fun.

[@BroadwayBabyyy744]

Juice is legend forever, never gets old ever. May i sugget omeone for you que? Sylvia!!! her hit "Nobody" has similar vibes and as a country/pop crossover

[@scottjones758]

Many hits from the group Heatwave! Always and Forever and Grooveline are a vibe!

[@SWLinPHX]

Her biggest crossover hits can be broken down into three categories, two each... BALLADS: "The Sweetest Thing (I've Ever Known)" and "Break It To Me Gently" • UPBEAT/HUMOR: "Queen Of Hearts" and "Love's Been a Little Bit Hard on Me" • MID-TEMPO: "Heart Of The Night" and "Angel Of The Morning"

[@kylesummers1565]

Hadn't heard this in FOREVER! Peace, Love!!

[@wm8498]

I love Juice! She had some cute videos, this being one. The other is "Love's Been a Little Bit Hard on Me." As far as her ballads... The Sweetest Thing and Break It To Me Gently are excellent songs!

[@thefoss5387]

The Sweetest Thing is a very slow ballad where she shows off her vocal power.

[@jessejamessimons483]

All right my babies..... This talented artist has been heard on country, adult contemporary, easy listening, and other formats. The melody of the song had both of you swayin'🕺💃😎👍🏼 What an awesome reaction to Juice Newton ‼️😁

[@charlesreyna1788]

Love it. Try some Jodie Watley. She was huge in the late 80's and early 90"s. Try Some Kind of Lover and Friends.

[@Celery3]

This takes me back to fifth grade and the very early days of MTV. Also: the time in the late 70s/early 80s when country music artists crossed over to Top 40 radio and became popular.

[@Inmatesixdoublefive321]

I haven’t heard this in forever but I still remember every word. 😎 I’m over here singing along

[@StevesFunhouse]

"I" NEED you to react to her song, Break It To Me Gently (kzbin.info/www/bejne/j3ysfHijZs-oopo ). It's an incredibly emotion song but oh so beautiful. If you've ever felt that way, so recognize it immediately when she starts singing. It is a Brenda Lee cover, but no one touches Juice on this one ... Brenda being a distant 2nd. Another song of hers you NEED to do is another funny one, Love's Been A Little Bit Hard On Me (kzbin.info/www/bejne/Z6XEpaKFj5dgq9k ). I think you'll get a big laugh out of it.

[@deonneparrish9850]

This is such a fun song and video. I love Juice Newton and this one of my favorite songs of hers.

[@mkmstillstackin]

Saw her once in concert in the mid 90's, and man, what a voice and stage presence! Delivered to us more than we expected.

[@palmirasanchez]

OMG , YOU FINALLY PLAYED JUICE NEWTON. SHE CAME AND LEFT THE SCENE BUT I LOVED HER SOUND, A great part of the 80s! I miss her and that voice was amazing.

[@deborahwa2015]

Two other fav Juice Newton songs of mine are, The sweetest thing and Break it to me gently.

[@angiewhite1402]

Woo hoo! I love female Friday! You go Girl!

[@williamryals2215]

Shot full of love and come a little closer with the pointer sisters.wouls be great to see a reaction . I also just found out she collaborated with them on I'm so excited and jump.

[@gloria46131]

I remember my mom listening to juice newton , I love her music so much thanks for this song and reaction.

[@BirchLeafPhotography]

I saw her in concert back in 1982. She was the opener for Hank Williams Jr and Alabama. Alabama was at the top of their game at that point, and with Hank also headlining, there were thousands who were able to see her for the first time. Great song, great performer, great concert! I wish she had done more

[@rickypruett3737]

Got to meet her through my fifth grade teacher in 1984. She was Juice Newtons cousin.

[@aletendre6760]

As I'm listening I get this memory of being a kid, riding around the neighborhood with friends on our bikes (literally riding through our yards), with this song blaring on someone's portal radio wedged into my bike basket and the girls singing along at the top of our lungs. 😆

[@annetteknott5248]

I love this Juice Newton tune. I recommend Dido - White Flag - for a future female Friday. She has a great voice.

[@martinmosteller5813]

If “White Flag” isn’t my favorite, then “No Freedom” is. Love Dido’s singing (and writing).

[@BlueAdept596]

I think that is the biggest most continuous smiling I've seen Amber do in a reaction video yet.

[@JCWiley2300]

This was a huge crossover hit, appearing on both the country charts and the Hot 100.

[@morningcoffeebreak7367]

You've GOT to add to your list, Little Bit Town "Pontoon" before the summer ends!!!

[@berrymiller6023]

Crystal Gayle "DON'T IT MAKE MY BROWN EYES BLUE". Oh, and she did some duets with Andy Gibb. 😀

[@dmnddog7417]

OMG, I used to love this song when I was a kid. Such a fun little song.

[@db4982]

The only other Juice songs I'm familiar with are 'Love's Been a Little Bit Hard on Me' and a pretty ballad called 'The Sweetest Thing (I've Ever Known).'

[@andrewpersac897]

My FAVORITE song by Juice, this got stuck at #2 but should have been a #1 SMASH!!!

[@Marlene7388]

Some other Juice Newton song suggestions are: The Sweetest Things, Angel Of The Morning, Love's Been A little Bit Hard On Me and Break It To Me Gently 🙂🙂🙂 Thank you both!

[@shellyjones9833]

My husband and mine's song is Juice Newton The Sweetest Thing. You need to do that next. Angel of Morning is also a beautiful song

[@Lamarrprodzzz]

Break It To Me Gently, The Sweetest Thing, and Hurt are all phenomenal by Juice Newton.

[@lynnhettrick7588]

I had forgotten about this song! I was 11 when it came out and liked the chorus and the clapping.

[@walterrutherford8321]

I watched that video recently and was reminded that she has a very good voice. The video is cute and playful too.

[@kellyhilton2330]

Hi Amber and Jay, the sweetest thing was our wedding song in 1982❤️🤗 beautiful song also!!

[@gloriacardona6267]

Someone posted a link to a video for Juice's song "The Sweetest Thing" - I don't see it any more (buried in dozens of comments!) but that is a beautiful song. And I agree that you don't want a live version of THAT one.